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Unveiled to the world in September 2006, Honda’s BF75 has been completely redesigned where its high-performance gear case boasts a low 2.33:1 gear ratio. This coupled with Honda’s revolutionary Boosted Low Speed Torque (BLAST™) creates an explosive hole shot unlike anything ever before seen in four-stroke outboards. Inspired by the same remarkable 1.5lt, SOHC, 16-valve, inline four-cylinder engine that powers Honda’s number one selling motor vehicle, the ‘Jazz’, the BF75’s multi-port Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) system delivers top fuel economy in a very lightweight package. In fact, with the exception of the cylinder sleeves, the engine boasts an all-aluminium alloy block, making the BF75 the lightest weight outboard engine in its class at just 162kg! Honda’s patented non-linear mounting system ensures ultra smooth operation at all speeds, while a patented 35amp alternator provides superior charging capacity. The patented 4-Front Corrosion Protection also fights off corrosion from harsh marine environments to ensure extended engine life. Lean Burn Control Lean Burn Control utilises an oxygen (O²) sensor along with the Engine Command System (ECM) to automatically adjust the air/fuel mix according to speed and load while maximising power throughout the acceleration range and providing greater fuel economy while cruising (2500-4000rpm).